LHR
London
United Kingdom
1,244 km
773 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
1,244 km
773 mi / 672 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/London
Heading
192°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

LHR MAD
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code LHR MAD
ICAO Code EGLL LEMD
City London Madrid
Country United Kingdom Spain
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Madrid
Elevation 83 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 40.490000, -3.570000

London (LHR) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 1,244 kilometers (773 miles / 672 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 192°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Spain. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:51 in London, it's 06:51 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,918 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 10° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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